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Sebastian Bowen

Sebastian Bowen has been a Motley Fool contributor since late 2018. Sebastian found his passion for writing and educating others about shares and all things finance after completing his studies in political, economic and social science and enjoys bringing this passion to life at the Fool. His investment philosophy is a simple one – buying high-quality companies at prices that make sense. When he’s not researching his next investment at all hours of the morning, Sebastian enjoys classic movies and likes to unwind with a good book, newspaper or record.

Recent Articles

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Technology Shares

These 5 ASX tech shares are smashing the market today

| Sebastian Bowen

Tech shares like Xero are smashing the markets this Wednesday.

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Economy

CBA boss: This will be the RBA's next move on interest rates

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA boss Matt Comyn thinks most economists are wrong on interest rates...

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Bank Shares

Everything you need to know about the record CBA dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA's latest dividend has broken records...

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Share Market News

Who is Australia's Nancy Pelosi stock-picking equal?

| Sebastian Bowen

This member of parliament has bagged a 64.7% return since 2022...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another positive session for ASX shares this Tuesday...

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Retail Shares

Big ASX news: The JB Hi-Fi share price just hit another new record high!

| Sebastian Bowen

JB Hi-Fi shares have done it again...

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Healthcare Shares

Why are ASX healthcare shares dragging on the ASX 200 today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Healthcare stocks are dragging on the markets today, led by one in particular...

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Healthcare Shares

Everything you need to know about the record CSL dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

CSL's latest dividend is its biggest yet...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a strong start to the trading week for ASX shares today...

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Retail Shares

Up 7%: Why are ASX retail stocks rocketing today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Retailers like JB Hi-Fi and Harvey Norman are soaring today...

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Best Shares

An ASX stock I'd buy to target a 100% return!

| Sebastian Bowen

I think this ETF's growth is set to continue...

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Resources Shares

Want to secure Rio Tinto's 5.77% dividend yield? Here's what you need to do

| Sebastian Bowen

Time is rapidly running out to secure Rio's latest dividend...

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Energy Shares

Is the Woodside share price a buy for that 8.45% dividend yield?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are my thoughts on Woodside's dividend potential today...

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a delightful end to the trading week for investors this Friday...

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Cryptocurrencies

Think the ASX has been volatile this week? Wait until you see the Bitcoin price

| Sebastian Bowen

Bitcoin has had the volatility of a yo-yo over the past week...

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Dividend Investing

I'm considering 920 shares in this ASX 200 gem to aim for $50 a month in dividends

| Sebastian Bowen

I'm eyeing off this dividend stock right now for its income potential...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The recovery for the ASX ended today with the markets recording a slight drop.

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Technology Shares

Is this the real reason Block stock is down 11% in a week?

| Sebastian Bowen

Block's big drop this week might have an unusual culprit...

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Travel Shares

Webjet shares drop as demerger plans advance

| Sebastian Bowen

It looks as though investors have some reservations about the upcoming demerger...

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Healthcare Shares

Will next week's earnings slingshot CSL shares higher?

| Sebastian Bowen

CSL will give investors its latest report card next Tuesday...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors enjoyed another recovery day on the ASX this Wednesday...

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International Stock News

Will you receive dividends if you buy NVIDIA stock today?

| Sebastian Bowen

We know Nvidia can deliver growth but what about income?

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Resources Shares

ASX expert: Buy BHP shares at 'attractive entry point' right now

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX brokers seem to be united on where BHP shares are heading to next...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors breathed a sigh of relief this Tuesday...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

There was blood on the streets of the stock market today...

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How to invest

If you're young, today's plunging stock market is golden

| Sebastian Bowen

Today's massive market drops might not feel good, but there's a silver lining in the clouds...

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How to invest

Read this before you sell your ASX shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

If you're tempted to sell your shares today, think about what Buffett would do first...

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Opinions

Where I'd invest $5,000 as the ASX market takes another leg down

| Sebastian Bowen

With the stock market in free fall today, here's where I'd start buying.

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Bank Shares

What's next for CBA stock after Monday's 5.7% drop?

| Sebastian Bowen

Will CBA shares continue to fall down the cliff?

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Opinions

Overinvested in CBA shares? Here are 2 alternatives to diversify

| Sebastian Bowen

With CBA ballooning in size, you might want to consider diversifying...

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Defensive Shares

1 reliable ASX stock I'd be as happy as Larry to hold through a recession

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my pick for a recession-resistant ASX share to buy today.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a terrible trading day for ASX shares this Friday...

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Mergers & Acquisitions

A final goodbye to Altium shares. Here's how to own a slice after its ASX life

| Sebastian Bowen

We've come to the end of Altium's ASX road...

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Bank Shares

Own NAB shares? You've just had a great month.

| Sebastian Bowen

NAB shares smashed the market over July...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another fantastic session for ASX shares this Thursday...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Up 13% in July: Can Wesfarmers shares keep it going?

| Sebastian Bowen

Wesfarmers pulled off a 333% annualised gain over July...

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Index investing

IVV ETF or VAS ETF: Where should I invest?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are ASX or American shares a better pick right now?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a euphoric day for ASX shares this Wednesday.

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Record Highs

Big ASX news: CBA shares hit new record as Australia's largest company

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA just hit another new record high, cementing its ASX 200 dominance...

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Share Fallers

This ASX All Ords stock has crashed 14% in 2 days!

| Sebastian Bowen

This AI stock just fell off a cliff...

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